Lampam Jawa · Silver barb
Barbonymus gonionotus
Lampam occur in rivers and freshwater; distribution and fish size vary by location.
Lampam Jawa is Barbonymus gonionotus; it is distinct from Lampam Sungai.
What it eats in the wild
It feeds on plant material and small items in the water; diet varies with local conditions.
Bait to try
Try bread, dough, corn or permitted pellets, starting with a small amount of feed.
Lures to try
Small lures can be tried for active fish; not every venue allows them.
Starter setup
Use a float or light bottom rig with a small hook; adjust depth to the feeding layer.
Local names can vary
Common names and the exact species can vary by region and fishery. Treat bait and rig advice as starting points, follow venue rules, and adjust to current, tide and conditions.
Photo credit: Yung-Lun Lin · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Species reference: FishBase
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